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November 5, 2025

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Kids in the kitchen

By Shelley Heaphy With back to school looming on the horizon, I thought we could discuss getting our kids involved in lunch and snack-making. If

The Way We Were

Aug. 17, 1994 25 Years Ago Midnight fire lays home to waste: Volunteers from the Shawville-Clarendon Fire Dept. were awakened just after one a.m. Monday

Get rid of the stress

Many years ago, at a dairy conference in Michigan which was aimed at increasing dairy cow profitability, a dairy cattle psychologist told the attendees that

Waltham: Helen Perry

On Aug. 8, the Waltham firefighters hosted a group of day camp children in the Waltham Fire Station. They answered and coloured a little .

Quyon: Jill Young

This summer has been flying by so quickly, I just want to push the pause button. I had a wonderful week of holidays at the

Vinton: Diane Boisvert

I had a busy week starting off on Wednesday when my cousins Ramona Dunahee from Brinston, Ont. and her daughter Angela from Ottawa and Freda

Use it or lose it

I planned a barbecue this week but when we started it, the thing didn’t work. It had hardly any flame. Very disappointing. A cast iron

Changes for the better or worse?

Most any farmer today can name fifty improvements in the ways farming is done today compared to only a generation or two ago. The crops

Game Night/Family Traditions

by Shelley Heaphy Life is busy, weeknights are filled with homework and activities and so are our weekends. That’s why we need to carve out

The Way We Were

Aug. 10, 1994 25 Years Ago New era of tourism for Bristol: On Saturday the newly-renovated Norway Bay wharf and Bristol Town Hall were officially

Kids in the kitchen

By Shelley Heaphy With back to school looming on the horizon, I thought we could discuss getting our kids involved in lunch and snack-making. If your little ones aren’t quite at school age they can still learn a ton in

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The Way We Were

Aug. 17, 1994 25 Years Ago Midnight fire lays home to waste: Volunteers from the Shawville-Clarendon Fire Dept. were awakened just after one a.m. Monday to answer a call from Stark’s Corners. When they got to the scene, a house

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Get rid of the stress

Many years ago, at a dairy conference in Michigan which was aimed at increasing dairy cow profitability, a dairy cattle psychologist told the attendees that a dairy farmer simply had to . . .

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Waltham: Helen Perry

On Aug. 8, the Waltham firefighters hosted a group of day camp children in the Waltham Fire Station. They answered and coloured a little . . .

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Quyon: Jill Young

This summer has been flying by so quickly, I just want to push the pause button. I had a wonderful week of holidays at the end of July and early August. I enjoyed time spent with family and . .

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Vinton: Diane Boisvert

I had a busy week starting off on Wednesday when my cousins Ramona Dunahee from Brinston, Ont. and her daughter Angela from Ottawa and Freda Dupuis from Metcalfe came for . . .

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Use it or lose it

I planned a barbecue this week but when we started it, the thing didn’t work. It had hardly any flame. Very disappointing. A cast iron frying pan my dad gave . . .

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Game Night/Family Traditions

by Shelley Heaphy Life is busy, weeknights are filled with homework and activities and so are our weekends. That’s why we need to carve out time to do family things and include them on our calendar. Make them part of

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The Way We Were

Aug. 10, 1994 25 Years Ago New era of tourism for Bristol: On Saturday the newly-renovated Norway Bay wharf and Bristol Town Hall were officially opened by Pontiac-Gatineau-Labelle MP Robert Bertrand and Provincial Minister of Public Security Robert Middlemiss. From

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LOCAL EVENTS
Pontiac Historical Society AGM

Pontiac Historical Society AGM

November 12, 2025
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

The Pontiac Historical Society will hold its Annual General Meeting at the Pontiac Archives, 358 Main Street, Shawville, Quebec, on Wednesday, 12 November 2025, at 7:00 p.m.  All are welcome.  Phone 819-647-3538 for information.

SADC Community Event - Thorne

SADC Community Event - Thorne

November 13, 2025
10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Celebrate 40 Years of Local Impact with SADC Pontiac!

We’re thrilled to invite you to join our team as we celebrate SADC Pontiac’s 40 years of local economic development with you in your community. This special presence is part of our exciting year-long tour across all 19 municipalities in our territory.

Come and discover the variety of services we offer, chat about business strategies and opportunities, and connect with our fantastic team. Whether you’re a local business owner, an aspiring entrepreneur, or just curious about what we do, this day is open to all!

Let’s celebrate together and look forward to many more years of growth and community success. Feel free to bring your friends and family, we look forward to seeing you there!

Thorne

Célébrons 40 ans d’impact local avec la SADC Pontiac !

Nous sommes ravis de vous inviter à vous joindre à notre équipe pour célébrer les 40 ans de développement économique local de la SADC Pontiac, directement dans votre communauté. Cet présence spéciale fait partie de notre tournée à travers toutes les 19 municipalités de notre territoire.

Venez découvrir les services que nous offrons, discuter des stratégies et opportunités d’affaires, et rencontrer notre équipe fantastique. Que vous soyez un propriétaire d’entreprise local, un entrepreneur en herbe, ou simplement curieux de savoir ce que nous faisons, cet événement est ouvert à tous !

Célébrons ensemble et envisageons de nombreuses autres années de croissance et de succès communautaire. N’hésitez pas à venir accompagné(e) de vos amis et de votre famille — au plaisir de vous y voir!

Hooley in the Hall (Every Friday in Shawville)

Hooley in the Hall (Every Friday in Shawville)

November 14, 2025
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Every Friday – Hooley in the Hall. Live music 7 – 9:30 p.m. Anglican Church Hall, 530 Main, Shawville. Free. Dance if you’d like

Pontiacs vs. Arnprior Rivermen - November 14 (Minor Hockey Night)

Pontiacs vs. Arnprior Rivermen - November 14 (Minor Hockey Night)

November 14, 2025
7:45 pm - 10:00 pm

Where:  Shawville Arena, 215 rue Lang

When: 7:45 p.m. (Warmup at 7:15 p.m.)

Regular Season Home Game #4 – Pontiacs vs. Arnprior Rivermen – Minor Hockey Night. Warmup at 7:15 p.m. 

Ticket link: https://events.frontdoor.plus/event/1555

Pontiac Artisans Christmas Market

Pontiac Artisans Christmas Market

November 15, 2025
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Come shop local and support a great cause!

We’re bringing together a fantastic lineup of talented artisans from across the Pontiac—perfect for checking off your holiday shopping list. From handcrafted goods to festive treats, there’s something for everyone!

Support the school, support local artists, and get into the holiday spirit with us!

Tag your friends, share the event, and we’ll see you there!
15 Nov

St-Edwards Christmas Tea and Bazaar

November 15, 2025
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

St-Edwards Christmas Tea and Bazaar will be held at 34 ch Bristol on Saturday, November 15, 2025 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

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